Five exercises every runner should include in their training to boost speed and prevent injury

Woman in park uses low bar to do Bulgarian split squat.

Any running coach worth their electrolytes will say that you need to support your running sessions with strength training to prevent injury and boost performance.

I've been easing back into running after an extended absence, but with all the long runs, speedwork and intervals—not to mention a busy job and family commitments—I've found it increasingly difficult to squeeze strength workouts into my week.